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Slide-outs “out” okay at Walmart?

By Russ and Tiña De MarisWalmart "overnighting," has its attractions. Low costs, easy in and out, handy to shopping, the list goes on. Of...

Beware trying to save a buck when dumping tanks

By Russ and Tiña De MarisI've long been an advocate for saving a buck.I use every discount I can find when shopping for stuff....

Free camping along the Colorado River near Quartzsite

By Russ and Tiña De MarisWith summer coming along soon, the snowbirds have flown their winter "coop" in Quartzsite. Yes, the weather is actually...

Save money at RV surplus and salvage yards

By Chris Dougherty, Certified RV TechnicianSad to say, RVs are a lot like cars: As they bounce down the road of life, they wear...

Six safety tips for overnight RV parking at casinos

By Jane Kenny Question: Why do you suppose so many RVers are attracted to casino parking lots? Answer: It’s the free overnight parking. RVers looking for a...

Save thousands on RV refrigerator replacement

By Russ and Tiña De Maris Of all of the things that can break in your RV, one of the most expensive issues you'll face...

RV park owners say: ‘Wal-Mart campers are cheapskates’

By Chuck Woodbury editor, RVtravel.com Originally published in July, 2011  My original essay back in 2011 sparked more than 100 comments from readers. The idea was this: Why...

Free camping — at wildlife refuges

By Bib Difley Be on the lookout for Fish and Wildlife refuges, both national and state, for good boondocking and cheap camping opportunities. When there...

Looking for a campground? Think alternatives

By Bob Difley Traveling unfamiliar territory and need a place to put up for the night? Pull out your Trailer Life or Woodall's Campground Directory...

Are propane tank “trade ins” worth it?

By Russ and Tiña De Maris   You see them nearly everywhere: Propane cylinder trade-in kiosks. Bring in your empty and trade it in for a...

Meals almost fix themselves using tin foil on the barbee

By Russ and Tiña De Maris   While traveling does bring out quite an appetite, once you land in camp at the end of the day,...

Stretch your camping dollars with caretaking

By Bob Difley   Caretaking takes many forms, from simply camping at a remote location to deter theft or vandalism, to staying on someone else’s property...